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Three Canadian cities ranked among the most liveable in the world

December 14, 2023 admin Alberta, British Columbia, Canada, life in canada, multiculturalism, Ontario, Toronto

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:00:57 +0000

The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)—a part of the Economist Group—has recently published their Global Liveability Index scores for the year 2023. Among the top 10 most liveable cities were three Canadian ones—with Canada boasting more spots in the top 10 than any other country. Specifically, these were: Vancouver in fifth place, Calgary in seventh place […]

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How do Canadians celebrate Diwali?

November 5, 2023 admin Canada, India, life in canada, multiculturalism, Toronto

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Thu, 02 Nov 2023 14:00:04 +0000

The 12th of November will mark the start of Diwali—an auspicious festival for over a billion people across the world. Diwali is a (primarily Hindu) festival celebrated to commemorate the triumph of good over evil, the importance of new beginnings, and the meaning of honouring one’s ancestors (among many other things). Often called the “festival […]

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How immigration and multiculturalism helped shape Trudeau’s new cabinet

August 6, 2023 admin cabinet shuffle, Canada, canada refugees, canadian immigration, immigration stories, member of parliament, minister portfolios, multiculturalism, new cabinet, trudeau cabinet

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Sun, 06 Aug 2023 12:00:20 +0000

On Wednesday the 26th of July, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a cabinet shuffle, assigning new portfolios to current ministers, and swearing in new ministers. While cabinet shuffles occur roughly every two years in a routine process, July’s shuffle stands apart not just for how consequential it is for the current government’s approval—but also for […]

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Canada celebrates various diversity and inclusion events in June

June 6, 2023 admin Canada, Canadian immigrants, diversity, heritage month, multiculturalism, national indigenous history month, settle, settle in canada, st jean baptiste day

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:00:47 +0000

June in Canada is full of national and heritage celebrations. Canada recognizes the importance of these occasions for commemorating cultural diversity, fostering unity and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the country. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration June is the month to celebrate: National Indigenous History Month Italian Heritage Month Filipino […]

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How do Canadians celebrate Holi?

March 8, 2023 admin Canada, canadian immigration, charter of rights and freedoms, Festival, general, hindus in canada, holi, holi 2023, holi in canada, indians in canada, multiculturalism, religious freedom in canada

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Wed, 08 Mar 2023 12:00:14 +0000

Today marks a day filled with festivities: lively colours, ringing laughter, and time with friends and family. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration This year, March 8th is Holi, the Hindu festival of colours. Commemorating the triumph of good over evil, the arrival of spring, and the blossoming of love—Holi is celebrated today […]

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How Muslims in Canada are celebrating Eid ul-Adha

July 9, 2022 admin Canada, canadians, culture, multiculturalism, settle

Credit to Author: Shelby Thevenot| Date: Sat, 09 Jul 2022 12:00:35 +0000

Today, Muslim communities across Canada are celebrating Eid ul-Adha, marking the end of the Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca. Eid ul-Adha is a time to gather with family and friends, share a special meal, provide aid to those in need, and reflect on the meaning of sacrifice. Throughout the country, Canadian Muslims are […]

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Kalavani Festival launches new Indian classical music education in B.C.

March 18, 2022 admin Entertainment, Festivals, India, multiculturalism, music, vancouver music

Credit to Author: Stuart Derdeyn| Date: Fri, 18 Mar 2022 18:00:29 +0000

Akhil Jobanputra talked to Postmedia News about the reason for the establishment of the Kalavani festival.

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How a child’s first language includes more than words

March 17, 2020 admin culture, language, Living, multiculturalism

Credit to Author: Ramya Ramanathan| Date: Tue, 03 Mar 2020 23:17:57 +0000

This International Mother Language Day (Feb. 21), Canadians celebrated their multilingual heritage by recognizing flexible uses of languages. According to UNESCO, “Mother tongue or mother language refers to a child’s first language, the language learned in the home from older family members.” As a linguistic anthropologist who studies language use in diverse communities, I know […]

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Isaac Garcia-Sitton holds Canadian values of acceptance, inclusivity and multiculturalism close to his heart

February 18, 2020 admin Canadian values, isaac garcia-sitton, multiculturalism, People, Professionals, York University, yueli

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 23:42:41 +0000

Isaac Garcia-Sitton is no stranger to moving from country to country, but the comfort with which he navigates life in Toronto is a sure sign that he has found his home in Canada. Yet, this feeling of being at home was not an instinctive one: something a number of immigrants resonate with. But the common […]

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